London Changing of the Guard Tour

Join our fun and informative Changing of the Guard walking experience! We'll secure the best viewing spots for the entire ceremony and even give you the chance to walk alongside the guards and band as they march down The Mall. Our expert local guide will bring history to life, share fascinating insights into royal traditions, and ensure you have a fantastic time. After all, there’s a reason we’re called Fantastic Walks!

Meeting Point

Sir Henry Havelock statue

Trafalgar Sq, London WC2N 5DS, UK

Your guide will be holding a red Fantastic Walks flag and wearing a Fantastic Walks rucksack. If you are coming by Tube, use the Trafalgar Square exit. Please be at the meeting point ten minutes before the scheduled start time. If you're late, head along The Mall to Friary Court, St James's Palace.

What's included:

• Lots of fun! Expert guides! A great time!

Not included:

• Gratuities/tips

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

St. James's Palace

Marlborough Road, London, SW1A 1BQ

If you are visiting London, then you must see the world-renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. With us, you’ll experience the ceremony from the very best viewpoints. You’ll see the Old Guard, the New Guard, St James’s Palace and, of course, the most famous of all palaces, Buckingham Palace. You’ll also get to see Clarence House, the actual home of the King and Queen. You will even march alongside the Guards and the Ceremonial bands as they progress down The Mall. Please be aware that there is a bit of walking involved (about a mile and a half) and some of it is at marching pace. Also, we don’t go up to the gates of Buckingham Palace: it’s too crowded, the views are poor, and you don’t get to see the whole ceremony. With us, though, you get the best views from the best spots at the best times. You’ll also hear the history of this centuries-old ceremony, be told some great stories and have a lot of fun along the way.

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Buckingham Palace

Spur Road, London, SW1A 1AA

Your Changing of the Guard experience concludes outside of Buckingham Palace. From there, it's just a short walk to Green Park or St James's Park tube stations. Alternatively, it's a 15-minute walk to Trafalgar Square or Parliament Square. Please note: the Changing of the Guard ceremony can be cancelled at very short notice by the British Army or Westminster Council. If it's raining, there's likely to be what's called a 'wet change' - in other words, the soldiers will still march but there'll be no ceremonial band.

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